Lights, Camera, Annie! (1982): cast, story & where to watch

1982 · Film

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Released in 1982, Lights, Camera, Annie! is a family and documentary film directed by Andrew J. Kuehn, running about 42 minutes.

What it’s about. An in-depth look into the making of the film Annie (1982). It covers the adaptation changes from the original Broadway musical, the hiring of director John Huston, the nationwide search to cast the title role, the production process, and the conception of several musical numbers, including a different version of the song "Easy Street" than the one that ended up in the film.

Who’s in it. Lights, Camera, Annie! stars Aileen Quinn as Self / Annie, Albert Finney as Self / Daddy Warbucks, Carol Burnett as Self / Miss Hannigan and Ann Reinking as Self / Grace Farrell, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lights, Camera, Annie! page.

If you liked it. Fans of Lights, Camera, Annie! tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Lights, Camera, Annie! (1982)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lights, Camera, Annie! change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Lights, Camera, Annie!?
Lights, Camera, Annie! stars Aileen Quinn, Albert Finney, Carol Burnett, Ann Reinking and Tim Curry.
When was Lights, Camera, Annie! released?
Lights, Camera, Annie! was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 42 minutes.